Discover the Ötztal and its surroundings
Timmelsjoch 2.509 m
A ride over the Timmelsjoch through the Ötztal glaciers remains an unforgettable experience for motorists and bike riders. A number of points with breathtaking views over the Northern and Southern Mountain ranges in Tyrol are perfect for a break.
Duration of ride: approx. 20 min (to the border), Distance: approx. 25 km
Stuiben waterfalls
Tyrol’s largest and most beautiful waterfall drops 150 m. Let the magnificent play of colours enchant you when sunlight shines on the falls.
Duration of ride: approx. 30 min, Distance: approx. 30 km
Piburger Lake
The Piburger Lake is situated at the entrance to the Ötztal valley, It is the the warmest lake in Tyrol and is also called the "mirror of the mountains" because the surrounding mountains are reflected perfectly in its crystal clear water.
Duration of ride: approx. 30 min, Distance: approx. 30 km
Natural Spa
Sulphuric sources belong to the particularities of the Ötztal valley. The most renowned ones are those that supply the Längenfeld day spa.
Duration of ride: approx. 15 min, Distance: approx. 15 km
Further excursion sights in the surroundings:
Gaislachkogl mountain lift
Experience a fantastic mountain panorama with a breathtaking view at 3,041 meters above sea level.
Ötztaler glacier road at 2,800 m
leads to the glacier ski regions Rettenbach and Tiefenbach with some beautiful panoramic spots.
Minerals exhibition at Berghof Silbertal
mineral lovers have the opportunity to meet the "Granaten Yeti" every Monday.
Mountain climber’s village, Vent at 1,900 m altitude
46 m long suspension bridge hanging over the 31 meter deep Rofner Gorge, a famous Haflinger breeding estate, and Ötzi’s place of discovery at 3,200 meters above sea level.
Farst, the most precarious and steep village in the valley
seen from the valley you would never believe farm houses could be built on such steep hillsides. A beautiful panoramic view awaits you at 1,500 meters above sea level.
Ötzi’s village
Live, stay and work in a small village community like in Ötzi's era, this place transports its visitors into the Neolithic age.
Geo nature trail Forchet
A nicely signposted trail takes you through mostly unspoilt landscapes. An easy hiking track that offers a number of places to stop and observe, to rest and contemplate.
